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Health and Living : Doctor in the House: Will We See a Third COVID-19 Wave?
In recent weeks, we’ve seen rising concern that Malaysia may be on the verge of facing another wave of COVID-19, as cases have been on the rise based on recent reports. What are we doing (or rather aren’t we doing) to stem the tide? We speak to epidemiologist Prof Dr Sanjay Rampal and psychologist Dr Eugene Tee to find out more. Image Source: Wikimedia Commons
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-will-we-see-a-third-covid-19-wave
Health and Living : Doctor in the House: Will We See a Third COVID-19 Wave?
In recent weeks, we’ve seen rising concern that Malaysia may be on the verge of facing another wave of COVID-19, as cases have been on the rise based on recent reports. What are we doing (or rather aren’t we doing) to stem the tide? We speak to epidemiologist Prof Dr Sanjay Rampal and psychologist Dr Eugene Tee to find out more. Image Source: Wikimedia Commons
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-will-we-see-a-third-covid-19-wave
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Evening Edition : How Will Guan Eng's Graft Charge Affect DAP?
The former Penang chief minister was charged today for corruption, in connection with the Penang undersea tunnel project. We speak with Tricia Yeoh about how this development will affect DAP's standing should a snap election take place. Image Source: EPA-EFE
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/how-will-guan-engs-graft-charge-affect-dap
Evening Edition : How Will Guan Eng's Graft Charge Affect DAP?
The former Penang chief minister was charged today for corruption, in connection with the Penang undersea tunnel project. We speak with Tricia Yeoh about how this development will affect DAP's standing should a snap election take place. Image Source: EPA-EFE
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/how-will-guan-engs-graft-charge-affect-dap
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Live & Learn : Understanding the Beirut Explosion and its Sociopolitical Ramifications
The explosion that happened in Beirut recently, shook Lebanon and the world. At least 154 people killed, thousands injured, a business district ravaged. An explosion that sparked violent protests and forced a government to resign. Today, we’re going to be exploring what happened in Beirut. What caused the explosion? And how has it impacted the sociopolitical landscape in Lebanon? We discuss this and more with James Dorsey, Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies & the Middle East Institute. Image Source: AFP
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/understanding-the-beirut-explosion-and-its-sociopolitical-ramifications
Live & Learn : Understanding the Beirut Explosion and its Sociopolitical Ramifications
The explosion that happened in Beirut recently, shook Lebanon and the world. At least 154 people killed, thousands injured, a business district ravaged. An explosion that sparked violent protests and forced a government to resign. Today, we’re going to be exploring what happened in Beirut. What caused the explosion? And how has it impacted the sociopolitical landscape in Lebanon? We discuss this and more with James Dorsey, Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies & the Middle East Institute. Image Source: AFP
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/understanding-the-beirut-explosion-and-its-sociopolitical-ramifications
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Evening Edition : Can You Sue Someone For Spreading Covid-19?
Several NGOs in Kedah are planning to sue an individual who's been identified as the originator of the Sivagangga cluster. But can you hold someone legally accountable for spreading the virus? We ask Vivian Kuan.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/can-you-sue-someone-for-spreading-covid-19
Evening Edition : Can You Sue Someone For Spreading Covid-19?
Several NGOs in Kedah are planning to sue an individual who's been identified as the originator of the Sivagangga cluster. But can you hold someone legally accountable for spreading the virus? We ask Vivian Kuan.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/can-you-sue-someone-for-spreading-covid-19
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Ringgit and Sense : Stock Market Investing - Key Lessons and Common Mistakes
As the stock market booms, it's vital to not get caught up in all the excitement and optimism. While it's important to invest, it must be done responsibly, taking your goals and risk profile in mind. On this edition of Ringgit and Sense, Roshan speaks to Dato Hamidah and Raymond Gabriel for their thoughts on investing principles, common investing mistakes, and general financial wellness.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/stock-market-investing-key-lessons-and-common-mistakes
Ringgit and Sense : Stock Market Investing - Key Lessons and Common Mistakes
As the stock market booms, it's vital to not get caught up in all the excitement and optimism. While it's important to invest, it must be done responsibly, taking your goals and risk profile in mind. On this edition of Ringgit and Sense, Roshan speaks to Dato Hamidah and Raymond Gabriel for their thoughts on investing principles, common investing mistakes, and general financial wellness.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/stock-market-investing-key-lessons-and-common-mistakes
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Morning Brief : Trial Transparency Needed to Boost Trust
Russia has announced a Covid-19 vaccine, raising questions over the drug's safety and efficacy. Few details of the research have yet been released to the public, fuelling concerns that Russia's vaccine may not have fulfilled the required safety standards. So to help us answer the question of is this really the vaccine we're waiting for, we reached out to Dr. Jean-Louis Excler, Program Director at the International Vaccine Institute, an independent international organisation based in Seoul. Image credit: AFP PHOTO / RUSSIAN DIRECT INVESTMENT FUND
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/trial-transparency-needed-to-boost-trust
Morning Brief : Trial Transparency Needed to Boost Trust
Russia has announced a Covid-19 vaccine, raising questions over the drug's safety and efficacy. Few details of the research have yet been released to the public, fuelling concerns that Russia's vaccine may not have fulfilled the required safety standards. So to help us answer the question of is this really the vaccine we're waiting for, we reached out to Dr. Jean-Louis Excler, Program Director at the International Vaccine Institute, an independent international organisation based in Seoul. Image credit: AFP PHOTO / RUSSIAN DIRECT INVESTMENT FUND
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/trial-transparency-needed-to-boost-trust
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Enterprise Biz Bytes : Did the MCO Help Malaysians Save and Invest More?
The pandemic and its ensuing global lockdown has created an economic mess. Surprisingly, that hasn’t stopped people from actually saving more and clearing their debts during the MCO. Could this be because of the moratorium? Or is it because there’s nothing much to spend on these days? While this isn’t a blanket scenario, many Malaysians seem to be using the MCO period to upgrade their financial standing.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-mco-malaysians-save-invest-more
Enterprise Biz Bytes : Did the MCO Help Malaysians Save and Invest More?
The pandemic and its ensuing global lockdown has created an economic mess. Surprisingly, that hasn’t stopped people from actually saving more and clearing their debts during the MCO. Could this be because of the moratorium? Or is it because there’s nothing much to spend on these days? While this isn’t a blanket scenario, many Malaysians seem to be using the MCO period to upgrade their financial standing.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-mco-malaysians-save-invest-more
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Evening Edition : "Court" Using Phones
As of 6th July this year, using your phone while driving has become a non-compoundable offence, which means that offenders will need to turn up at court to settle the case. Will this help ensure better road safety? We speak to Datuk Suret Singh.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/court-using-phones
Evening Edition : "Court" Using Phones
As of 6th July this year, using your phone while driving has become a non-compoundable offence, which means that offenders will need to turn up at court to settle the case. Will this help ensure better road safety? We speak to Datuk Suret Singh.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/court-using-phones
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The Daily Digest : 75 Years of Animal Farm
George Orwell's Animal Farm was first published on the 17th of August, in 1945. Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, we do a 101 on the seminal allegorical novel, and explore why many are saying we’re still living in the world that inspired Animal Farm, after all these years. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/75-years-of-animal-farm
The Daily Digest : 75 Years of Animal Farm
George Orwell's Animal Farm was first published on the 17th of August, in 1945. Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, we do a 101 on the seminal allegorical novel, and explore why many are saying we’re still living in the world that inspired Animal Farm, after all these years. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/75-years-of-animal-farm
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Morning Brief : Convenience Drives Bersatu's Muafakat Union
With the weekend announcement that Bersatu has agreed to join the UMNO/PAS alliance Muafakat Nasional, observers are asking what this means for Bersatu's position on the political landscape, especially with ex-PM and Bersatu founder Tun Dr Mahathir's formation of a new party named 'Pejuang'. Ibrahim Suffian, Program Director, Merdeka Center, analyses. Image credit: EPA-EFE
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/convenience-drives-bersatus-muafakat-union
Morning Brief : Convenience Drives Bersatu's Muafakat Union
With the weekend announcement that Bersatu has agreed to join the UMNO/PAS alliance Muafakat Nasional, observers are asking what this means for Bersatu's position on the political landscape, especially with ex-PM and Bersatu founder Tun Dr Mahathir's formation of a new party named 'Pejuang'. Ibrahim Suffian, Program Director, Merdeka Center, analyses. Image credit: EPA-EFE
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/convenience-drives-bersatus-muafakat-union
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The Breakfast Grille : Is America Still A Global Player?
As the US counts down to its November presidential elections, we take stock of President Trump’s foreign policy direction and his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic with US Ambassador Kamala Lakhdir. What is the US’ end game in its increasingly antagonistic relations with China? How committed is the Trump administration to global cooperation in dealing with the ongoing health and economic crisis? We discuss this and more with the US envoy to Malaysia.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/is-america-still-a-global-player
The Breakfast Grille : Is America Still A Global Player?
As the US counts down to its November presidential elections, we take stock of President Trump’s foreign policy direction and his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic with US Ambassador Kamala Lakhdir. What is the US’ end game in its increasingly antagonistic relations with China? How committed is the Trump administration to global cooperation in dealing with the ongoing health and economic crisis? We discuss this and more with the US envoy to Malaysia.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/is-america-still-a-global-player
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Evening Edition : "Surat Sokongan" As Currency In Politics
A viral video showed Wan Fayhsal offering support letters in exchange for votes in the Bersatu party elections. This week, he won the Armada Chief position and defended his statements. We speak to Cynthia Gabriel about the ethics surrounding support letters.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/surat-sokongan-as-currency-in-politics
Evening Edition : "Surat Sokongan" As Currency In Politics
A viral video showed Wan Fayhsal offering support letters in exchange for votes in the Bersatu party elections. This week, he won the Armada Chief position and defended his statements. We speak to Cynthia Gabriel about the ethics surrounding support letters.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/surat-sokongan-as-currency-in-politics
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The Breakfast Grille : In Race for FDI, Only The Fairest Wins
Muhammad Azmi Zulkifli is the new CEO of InvestKL, ascending to the role in an unprecedented era of Covid distress and regional competition. How will KL fare in this beauty contest?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/in-race-for-fdi-only-the-fairest-wins
The Breakfast Grille : In Race for FDI, Only The Fairest Wins
Muhammad Azmi Zulkifli is the new CEO of InvestKL, ascending to the role in an unprecedented era of Covid distress and regional competition. How will KL fare in this beauty contest?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/in-race-for-fdi-only-the-fairest-wins
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Enterprise Biz Bytes : Internet Explorer is Dead
The browser. The legend. The meme. Microsoft’s classic internet browser will no longer be supported after August 21, 2021. In other words, these are the last days of what many have considered the worst browser ever built, albeit one of the most widely used. We discuss the platform’s ups and downs, more default browsers, as well as Microsoft’s answer to Explorer, Edge.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-internet-explorer-is-dead
Enterprise Biz Bytes : Internet Explorer is Dead
The browser. The legend. The meme. Microsoft’s classic internet browser will no longer be supported after August 21, 2021. In other words, these are the last days of what many have considered the worst browser ever built, albeit one of the most widely used. We discuss the platform’s ups and downs, more default browsers, as well as Microsoft’s answer to Explorer, Edge.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-internet-explorer-is-dead
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Health and Living : Merdeka 2020: My Healthcare Heroes at Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the unsung heroes in our country – the doctors, nurses, medical assistants, researchers, laboratory technicians, and other health workers who are waging a war against the deadly virus to protect their fellow Malaysians. We speak to a few of the health workers who are toiling on the frontlines and behind the scenes every day to keep us safe. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/merdeka-2020-my-healthcare-heroes-at-home
Health and Living : Merdeka 2020: My Healthcare Heroes at Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the unsung heroes in our country – the doctors, nurses, medical assistants, researchers, laboratory technicians, and other health workers who are waging a war against the deadly virus to protect their fellow Malaysians. We speak to a few of the health workers who are toiling on the frontlines and behind the scenes every day to keep us safe. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/merdeka-2020-my-healthcare-heroes-at-home
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The Daily Digest : How Do We Talk About Cultural Appropriation in Malaysia?
Local actress Mira Filzah was accused of cultural appropriation recently when she uploaded photos of herself on Instagram wearing traditional Indian clothing, while promoting a contact lens brand. We discuss where we should draw the line between cultural appropriation and appreciation, and if we even need to discuss cultural appropriation in Malaysia in the first place. Image Source: Pxfuel
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/how-do-we-talk-about-cultural-appropriation-in-malaysia
The Daily Digest : How Do We Talk About Cultural Appropriation in Malaysia?
Local actress Mira Filzah was accused of cultural appropriation recently when she uploaded photos of herself on Instagram wearing traditional Indian clothing, while promoting a contact lens brand. We discuss where we should draw the line between cultural appropriation and appreciation, and if we even need to discuss cultural appropriation in Malaysia in the first place. Image Source: Pxfuel
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/how-do-we-talk-about-cultural-appropriation-in-malaysia
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Morning Brief : Will A Youth-Led Party Fly?
Tharma Pillai, Co-Founder, Undi18 weighs in on the prospects of a youth-led organisation like Muar MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman’s new party. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/will-a-youth-led-party-fly
Morning Brief : Will A Youth-Led Party Fly?
Tharma Pillai, Co-Founder, Undi18 weighs in on the prospects of a youth-led organisation like Muar MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman’s new party. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/will-a-youth-led-party-fly
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Evening Edition : Shell Malaysia - Realizing The Malaysian Dream
Amidst the difficult environment for SMEs, Shell Malaysia is leveraging on its nationwide reach to empower local businesses through the Realisasi Impianmu Bersama Shell initiative. We speak with Managing Director Shairan Huzani to find out how it works, and what they've achieved so far. Find out more about the initiative at shell.com.my/malaysiandream.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/shell-malaysia-realizing-the-malaysian-dream
Evening Edition : Shell Malaysia - Realizing The Malaysian Dream
Amidst the difficult environment for SMEs, Shell Malaysia is leveraging on its nationwide reach to empower local businesses through the Realisasi Impianmu Bersama Shell initiative. We speak with Managing Director Shairan Huzani to find out how it works, and what they've achieved so far. Find out more about the initiative at shell.com.my/malaysiandream.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/shell-malaysia-realizing-the-malaysian-dream
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The Breakfast Grille : Doing Our Part For Malaysia
As Malaysia turns 63 years old, we take the time to reflect about the state of racial unity. Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi ,Tunku Abdul Rahman Professor of Constitutional Law at University of Malaya and Eddin Khoo, author, frequent commentator on social- cultural issues and founder of Pusaka weigh in on the conversation. They also remind us that we already as a nation have the tools for racial unity; the Rukun Negara and the Constitution whilst talking about the important role of the individual.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/doing-our-part-for-malaysia
The Breakfast Grille : Doing Our Part For Malaysia
As Malaysia turns 63 years old, we take the time to reflect about the state of racial unity. Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi ,Tunku Abdul Rahman Professor of Constitutional Law at University of Malaya and Eddin Khoo, author, frequent commentator on social- cultural issues and founder of Pusaka weigh in on the conversation. They also remind us that we already as a nation have the tools for racial unity; the Rukun Negara and the Constitution whilst talking about the important role of the individual.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/doing-our-part-for-malaysia
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The Daily Digest : Masks, masks everywhere
Face masks have become part of our daily life as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, but while they help limit the transmission of COVID-19, the disposable plastic masks are having a devastating effect on the planet. Researchers believe these disposable masks could cause an environmental disaster that might last generations. We discuss the environmental footprint of what many are calling the symbol of the COVID-19 pandemic - face masks. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/masks-masks-everywhere
The Daily Digest : Masks, masks everywhere
Face masks have become part of our daily life as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, but while they help limit the transmission of COVID-19, the disposable plastic masks are having a devastating effect on the planet. Researchers believe these disposable masks could cause an environmental disaster that might last generations. We discuss the environmental footprint of what many are calling the symbol of the COVID-19 pandemic - face masks. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/masks-masks-everywhere